Senior Staff Nurse

novena surgery pte. ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

novena surgery pte. ltd. is seeking a Recovery Nurse to provide critical pre- and post-surgery care, including wound care, medication administration, and monitoring patient progress.

The ideal candidate holds a Diploma in Nursing with valid SNB certification, and preferably 5 years in PACU or medical-surgical settings. Shift work, including alternate Saturdays and occasional overnight shifts, is required. Strong teamwork and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Nursing (or equivalent)
• Valid SNB certification
• Minimum 5 years of post-anesthesia care or PACU/medical-surgical experience preferred
• Willing to work shifts, including alternate Saturdays and overnight shifts
• Strong teamwork, communication, and patient-care skills

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for surgery with anesthesiologists and surgeons
• Record vital signs and instruct patients on procedures; administer IV therapy and meds
• Assist doctors in transferring patients to the operating room and ensure recovery readiness
• Monitor vital signs and comfort patients after anesthesia; manage wound care
• Educate patients on post-discharge bandage care, medications, and care at home

Skills

Nursing

Education

Diploma in Nursing

SNB Certification

Job description

Job Description

The Recovery nurse will provide critical care to patients before and after surgery. They will be responsible to clean wounds, administer medication and monitor the progress of the patients' conditions

Job Duties

Before Surgery

1. Work with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and surgical nurses to prepare patients for surgery.
2. To record vital signs, instruct patients on the details of the procedures and administer intravenous therapy and medication.
3. Help doctors transfer patients to the operating room, and may be asked to clean wounds, sterilize equipment and make sure patients' rooms are ready for their arrival.
4. To communicate with loved ones and inform them of patients' conditions.

After Surgery

1. Monitor their vital signs, clean bandages and comfort patients when they wake up from anesthesia.
2. Administer tests, analyze lab results and report back to surgeons and doctors.
3. Track the progress of patients' conditions, and ensure patients receive adequate rest, food, fluids and nutrients.
4. Teach patients how to clean their bandages, take medication and care for themselves after upon discharge
5. Assist with the tidiness of the recovery suites and recovery area

Job Requirements

• Diploma in Nursing (or equivalent).
• Valid Singapore Nursing Board (SNB) certification.
• Preferred: 5 years of experience in Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) or medical-surgical settings.
• Willing to work shifts, including alternate Saturdays.
• Open to overnight shifts when required.
• Strong teamwork and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Patient, compassionate, and resilient in handling patient care.
• Proactive, adaptable, and cooperative in a dynamic healthcare environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to assess and act effectively.
• Willing to learn and pick up new skills